Jack Wettling, AIA

Jack received his Architectural degree from the University of Texas at Austin. He is LEED certified and a licensed architect in New York, Connecticut, Texas, and Florida. 

Prior to founding Wettling Architects in 1993, Jack worked with Charles Tapley Associates, Steven Leach & Associates, and as Director of East Coast Operations for Baker Harris, CPC. Early work was large in scale and included a range of corporate projects, from JP Morgan Chase to the United Nations.

Upon starting his own firm, Jack directed his focus toward projects of a more intimate scale and scope. He enjoys the personal nature of residential design and is energized by the prospect of cultivating long-lasting relationships with his clients.

Kalina Kath, AIA

While studying abroad in Florence, Italy and attending graduate school in New York City, Kalina discovered a love for urban living and the inherent minimalism that comes with it. She appreciates and finds simple, beautiful spaces everywhere, whether in a building, city fabric, or forest. Kalina believes there are many unnecessary distractions in life and aims to create spaces which focus us on the things that we find most important.

Kalina currently resides in Brooklyn with her husband and daughter in a 100-year-old rowhouse. She holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Kent State University and a Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University's GSAPP, where she achieved an award for Design Excellence. She has been practicing architecture for over ten years and is a licensed architect in New York and Ohio.

Jennifer Asllani

Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, Jennifer received her BS and MArch from Kent State University and is LEED certified. A full year of study in Florence, Italy, provided her the opportunity to travel extensively throughout Europe. This travel and exposure to plazas and piazzas alike ignited in her a passion for spaces for communal gathering. Before joining the Wettling team, Jen returned to Florence to work at a small Italian firm. She is thrilled by the opportunity to be in New York where she can practice high-quality design and be surrounded by people who are passionate about their work.

Albe Sosa

Albe was born and raised in Havana, Cuba where the historic buildings, culture, and traditions of the community awakened his interest in Architecture. He left Cuba to live and study in Venice, Italy, where he completed his Bachelor's Degree in Architecture at the University of Venice (IUAV). With a passion for dance, music and art, he is excited now to be in New York and take advantage of the diversity of experiences that the city has to offer. Albe believes in the power of collaboration and finds that the biggest influences in his work lie in the natural environment and interpersonal connection.

Rostyslav (Ros) Pechenyy

Rostyslav Pechenyy is a registered architect in New York with a B. Arch from City College of New York (Macaulay Honors College). He moved to Brooklyn from Ukraine as a teenager and has called it home ever since. Over the years, he has cultivated an appreciation for the city’s vibrant spaces, particularly its rich architectural and urban history. That led him to City College, where he was part of a team that designed and built a zero-energy rooftop house for Solar Decathlon. This experience has instilled in him the importance of exploration through detail and understanding how to put together buildings.

Ros' desire to expand his architectural knowledge took him around the world, including a study abroad experience in the historic castle of Fontainebleau, France. In his career, he has garnered extensive knowledge working on significant residential developments. He now enjoys expanding his work on more intimate spaces and details. New York City continues to surprise and delight him and constantly reinforces his passion for architecture.

May Carino

May earned her Bachelor's in Architecture from the University of Houston, launching her career by winning a design competition that opened doors for international work. Her architectural journey spans Texas, Spain, and her current base in New York City, encompassing high-end residential, institutional, restoration, and landmarked projects. Beyond her professional endeavors, May finds joy in salsa dancing, yoga, and playing the bass guitar.

Ailbhe Boland

Ailbhe is originally from Cork, Ireland. After completing her BSc in Architecture at University College Cork, she worked on UK and Caribbean residential projects in London.

Before moving to New York, Ailbhe completed her mArch at University College Cork. The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) nominated Ailbhe and her project partner for the 2023 RIBA Silver Medal for their project exploring history, sensory architecture, and feminist theory.

Ailbhe is excited to develop her skills and interest in residential architecture at Wettling Architects.

Francisco Anaya, Jr.

Francisco Anaya Jr. is a first-generation Mexican-American from Houston, Texas. He earned his Bachelor's in Environmental Design, with a minor in Product Design and Digital Fabrication, from Texas A&M University. He is pursuing a Master's in Architecture at the University of Pennsylvania.

Francisco's design interests extend beyond architecture, encompassing a variety of disciplines such as product design, fashion, visualization, and furniture design. In his free time, he enjoys creating digital art, rock climbing, and experimenting in the kitchen to enhance his cooking skills.

Larissa Mottin

Larissa grew up in Curitiba, in southern Brazil. She earned a Bachelor's in Architecture and Urbanism from Universidade Positivo and, in 2019, moved to New York City to pursue her passion for residential architecture. Larissa enjoys crafting, painting, and taking her dog for walks in Prospect Park. She is excited to be part of the Wettling family as a Project Architect.

Ellen Allison

Ellen is from San Diego, CA and moved to New York in 2020 after graduating from Stanford University with a Bachelor's Degree in Urban Studies and a minor in Art Practice. She is interested in urban design, public art, and the intersection of nature and the built environment. She previously worked in affordable housing and community development in NYC, and is exploring architecture as she considers graduate school.

Ellen lives in lower Manhattan and enjoys photography, reading, and volunteering in her community. She is excited to be part of the Wettling Team as Studio Manager.

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